Hoseley Lane, Marford, Wrexham, LL12

An exciting opportunity to purchase a charming property with planning permission for a substantial bespoke home, occupying approximately 5.97 acres of gardens, woodland and grounds.

Description

Situated in the sought-after village of Marford, enjoying complete privacy and a beautiful rural outlook, Horsley Lodge is an attractive three-bedroom detached property set within approximately 5.97 acres of gardens, paddocks and ancient woodland.

Offering considerable appeal as a family home in its current form, the property also presents an exciting opportunity to create a substantial bespoke residence, with planning permission already granted for an extensive program of alterations and extensions, including the addition of a lower ground floor with garaging. The architectural renderings showcase the proposed restoration and transformation, designed by the renowned architect Will Flint.

Believed to date from around 1910, the lodge sits within mature and well-established grounds and is approached via a private driveway, providing ample parking alongside a garage and barn. The combination of open paddock land and woodland creates a wonderful sense of seclusion while remaining within easy reach of village amenities.

Internally, the existing accommodation extends to approximately 2,065 sq ft. The property comprises a living room with a bay window, a sitting room, also featuring a bay window, a dining room, kitchen, utility room and cloakroom with WC. There are two double bedrooms and a family bathroom on the ground floor, while a further bedroom is located on the first floor. The house enjoys delightful views across its grounds and neighboring countryside and offers a charming blend of character and potential.
The land is a particular feature of the property, extending to just under six acres and incorporating two paddocks together with an area of ancient woodland, making it ideal for those seeking a rural lifestyle and has the potential for equestrian use.

The approved planning consent provides the opportunity to transform Horsley Lodge into an impressive contemporary country home.

The proposed accommodation includes a superb open-plan kitchen, dining and living space, three en suite double bedrooms, a study, snug, laundry room and utility room on the ground floor. The lower ground floor would provide a double garage, home office, two storerooms and a plant room, while a further bedroom suite with dressing area is proposed on the first floor. Generous terraces, landscaped gardens and an additional access point from Hoseley Lane complete what would be an exceptional family residence in a highly desirable location.

The sale offers purchasers the opportunity to create an exceptional new home in accordance with the approved plans, subject to any necessary consents and compliance with planning conditions. Full planning and building regulations documentation is available upon request.

The Planning ref: P/2025/0676

The property is sold subject to a 35-year overage clause. Should planning permission be granted for future development of the land associated with Horsley Lodge, 40% of any resulting uplift in value will be payable. Further details are available from the selling agent.

Location

Horsley Lodge enjoys an excellent position in Marford ideally situated to take in breathtaking rural views while remaining conveniently located for access to the commercial centres of Wrexham and Chester.

The popular villages of Rossett and Gresford offer a good range of local amenities, including a Co-op, post office, church, pharmacy, doctor’s surgery, dentist, pubs, and restaurants. The larger centres of Wrexham and Chester provide a more comprehensive array of services, including out-of-town retail parks. The Grosvenor Arms at Pulford, with its award-winning spa and Palm Court restaurant, is located approximately two miles away.

Recreational opportunities in the area are plentiful. Chester offers cricket, football, and rugby clubs, while nearby golf courses include Wrexham Golf Club, Clays Golf Club, and Carden Park. Water sports such as sailing and rowing are available on the River Dee, and horseracing can be enjoyed at Chester and Bangor-on-Dee. Marford Quarry, a good walking area, is situated in the heart of the village, and is now a biodiversity-rich nature reserve and home to a variety of wildlife, including rare butterflies.

Schooling is well catered for, with state primary and secondary schools available in Rossett, and a selection of highly regarded independent schools in Chester, including The King’s School, The Queen’s School, and Abbey Gate College at Saighton.

Despite its rural setting, the area is well connected by road. It lies approximately one mile from the A483 Wrexham bypass, which links to the Chester Southerly Bypass and provides access to the national motorway network. Beyond Chester, connections to the M53 and M56 motorways facilitate daily travel to Liverpool and Manchester, both of which are served by international airports. The Wrexham–Chester bus route passes through the village, with stops located just a short distance from the property on the main road.

Travel to London is easily accessible via Chester station, which offers a direct and regular service to London Euston.

Distances
Gresford 1 mile | Rossett 1.6 miles | Wrexham 5.5 miles | Chester 9 miles | Bangor on Dee 9 miles | Carden Park 9 miles | Saighton 12 miles | M53 11 miles | M56 14 miles | Liverpool 30 miles | Liverpool Airport 33 miles | Manchester Airport 42 miles | Manchester 49 miles.
All mileages are approximate

Square Footage: 2,065 sq ft


Acreage: 5.97 Acres

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